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Rev. Dr. Jacob Buchholz

Browse published sermons from Rev. Dr. Jacob Buchholz in Claremont United Church of Christ.

Nov 27, 2022 2:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

The Gospel According to Gabriel: "The Appearance of Zechariah"

This Sunday we begin our journey to discover the Gospel According to Gabriel by looking at the parts of the Nativity story where Gabriel and the other angels burst onto the scene with an important message: "Be Not Afraid." Join Pastor Jacob as he explores

Nov 13, 2022 2:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

On the Run: When All is Lost

Genesis 16 is classified as a "text of terror" for how horrifically Abram and Sarai treat their servant Hagar. But this story is not just about Abram and Sarai. Instead, Hagar takes control of her own life and learns that God has been with her all along.

Oct 2, 2022 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

World Communion Sunday: All Nations Under God

Our Scripture reading today is one of the most religion-shattering, mind-expanding, belief-challenging statements in the Bible. It reminds us on this World Communion Sunday, that when we come to God's table, we will be sitting by those we least expect to

Sep 18, 2022 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

Parables: Jesus the Storyteller - The Laborers in the Vineyard

Jesus encourages his listeners to dig deeper into the parables, and indeed, some of the parables are confusing and seem to have multiple interpretations. Join Pastor Jacob as he proposes two different ways to understand the Parable of the Laborers in the

Aug 28, 2022 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

Parables: Jesus the Storyteller - The Parable of the Lamp

In one of Jesus' parables, he seems rather worried that people will light a lamp and then hide it. But who would ever do that? In today's sermon, Pastor Jacob charts the history of light in Jesus' time and explores the ways we often hide the light within

Aug 7, 2022 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

Today God is Feeling... Anxious

Today God is Feeling...Anxious. We join Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane as he cries out in grief and agitation. It can be comforting to know that Jesus experienced the very same anxiety we do in life. Join Pastor Jacob as he tries to destigmatize conver

Jul 17, 2022 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

Today God is Feeling....Angry

Throughout history some theologians have argued that God is beyond human emotions, but one look through Scripture and it is obvious that God feels as many emotions as we do! Join Pastors Jen and Jacob as they explore God’s wide range of feelings from an

Jul 10, 2022 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

What If... The Bible Had Never Been Written

Christians have turned to the Bible to discover more about God and to find answers to our deepest questions and longings for thousands of years. But, what if the Bible had never been written? Would we still be able to know anything about God? Join Pastor

Jul 3, 2022 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

What If... Jesus Had Died of Old Age

So much of Christianity is centered on the redemption provided to us through the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. But what if Jesus had died of old age instead? Would God have still found a way to redeem us?

Jun 26, 2022 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

What If... Constantine Had Never Become a Christian

This week we have see the dangers of moving toward a theocracy. Join Pastor Jacob as he explores the history of the marriage of the church and Empire and asks, "What If...Constantine Had Never Become a Christian?"

Jun 19, 2022 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

What If... Moses never received the ten commandments

The 10 Commandments have always been seen as the moral compass of our society, but is obeying these 10 laws all there is to living a moral life? Join Pastor Jacob as he asks, "What If...Moses Had Never Received the 10 Commandments," and explores how God h

Jun 12, 2022 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

What if.... Adam & Eve Never Ate the Fruit

Pastor Jacob kicks off his "What If..." sermon series exploring what would happen if major events in Christianity never took place by asking "What if Adam and Eve Never Ate the Fruit?" Pastor Jacob invites us to understand the story of Adam and Eve not as

Jun 5, 2022 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

Imagine! Tales of Dreamers in the Bible "Lean Years & Good Years"

We conclude our series on the dreamers of the Bible by turning to our quintessential dreamer in Scripture, Joseph, complete with his amazing, technicolor dreamcoat. Joseph interprets one of Pharaoh's dreams that predicts 7 years of plenty followed by 7 ye

May 29, 2022 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

Imagine! Tales of Dreamers in the Bible "The Fall of Empires"

If America is just as much of an Empire as the ones of history such as the Roman Empire and the Mongol Empire, what are the warning sides that this empire might fall? Join Pastor Jacob and he reflects on what created the American Empire we know today and

May 22, 2022 3:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

Imagine! Tales of Dreamers in the Bible "Wrestling with God"

In a world where things never seem to change or to get better, it can be an act of resistance to dream that perhaps the world can become a better place after all. However, it may take a bit of wrestling, maybe even wrestling with God. Join Pastor Jacob as

Apr 3, 2022 8:36 AM America/Los_Angeles

(Un)faithful: When Even Disciples Miss the Mark: They're Not One of Us

The disciples are constantly trying to keep some people out and let others in. Obviously, Jesus teaches them that all are welcome in the Kingdom of God, but what deeper lesson does Jesus have for us about how we can work together with people different fro

Feb 6, 2022 2:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

Havin' Church: Old Time Religion for Today's Church: Baptism

We kick-off our exploration of the ancient traditions of Christianity by exploring baptism. Why are we supposed to be baptized? Is there a difference between being baptized as an infant or as an adult? Is there a difference between a full-immersion and a

Dec 24, 2021 9:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

King of Kings: Time

Rather than look at another ruler of history, Pastor Jacob concludes our King of Kings sermon series by exploring a concept that often has more power and control over our lives than any king, president, or emperor: time. How do we free ourselves from the

Dec 19, 2021 2:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

King of Kings: Jesus vs. Vlad the Impaler

So many rulers maintain their power by ruling with an iron fist and killing whoever gets in their way. So how then, did our Prince of Peace, Jesus, who never lifted a sword somehow defy all odds and become the King of Kings? Join Pastor Jacob in this next

Dec 5, 2021 2:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

King of Kings: Jesus vs. Mansa Musa

The 13th century King of Mali, Mansa Musa, is believed by scholars to have been the richest person in history with an inflation-adjusted net worth of $400 billion. In contrast, the King of Kings, Jesus, did not even have a place to lay his head at night.